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Why is it important for the STSR to maintain the sterile field until the patient is extubated and breathing freely following a thyroidectomy?
Because an emergency tracheotomy is a possibility until patient is breathing freely.
Is bacterial endotoxin test required for surgical sutures?
Yes, bacterial endotoxin testing is required for surgical sutures as they come into contact with tissues and blood during surgical procedures, and any presence of endotoxins can lead to severe complications such as infection and inflammation. It is important to ensure that surgical sutures are free from endotoxins to maintain patient safety.
Do you swallow during surgery?
No. While under anesthesia, you ( the patient) are intubated ( which means there is a tube down your throat to facilitate breathing for the unconscious patient ), and any saliva produced is suctioned away to prevent complications when the patient is being extubated.
What is a surgical sterilization?
a surgical procedure that renders the patient incapable of reproduction
Why is it important to maintain clients confidentiality?
Because it keeps the trust between doctor and patient once broken the patient might start to withheld information which could be important but they fear it getting spread further the patient room
What does aeger primo mean?
It is Latin for "Patient First" a motto for Surgical Technologists.
Which is the most important reason to maintain an open airway in the trauma patient?
prevent the tongue from blocking the pharynx
What is a surgical attendee?
attendee provides care to preoperative patient
What is blood salvage?
Blood salvage is the recovery of a patient's own blood from the surgical site to be readministered to the patient.
What is the definition of the word 'isoflurane'?
Isoflurane is the technical name for a type of ether used as an anesthetic in surgical procedures. It is an inhaled anesthetic, fed to the patient through a mask before, and often during, surgical procedures.
How is hypothermia prevented during surgery to ensure patient safety and optimal outcomes?
Hypothermia during surgery is prevented by keeping the operating room warm, using warming blankets, and administering warm fluids to the patient. These measures help maintain the patient's body temperature, ensuring safety and better surgical outcomes.
An autoclave is used to sterilize surgical equipment because?
Because non-sterile surgical equipment can carry infectious diseases, bacteria and other organisms from patient to patient which can only be eliminated by an autoclave.
